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Friday in Sanford/Lee County NC
- Cage Fitness @ Black Belt Leadership Academy, 1716 Westover Drive, Sanford NC
When: 8:30–9am
What: Interval training that’s perfect for all fitness levels. The cost is $49/month for 2 nights a week, or $69/month for unlimited classes. The drop in rate is $10/class. Your first class is always free.
- Freebie Friday at Karma Boutique, 137 Wicker Street, Sanford NC
When: 10am–5pm
What: Get a free lip balm with any purchase.
- $1 Zumba at Studio C Fitness, 1809 Hawkins Avenue, Sanford NC
When: 5:15pm
What: Attend a Zumba class for just $1.
- “A Dream to Fly: The Bessie Coleman Story" at Heart of Harnett Playhouse, Lillington NC
When: 7–9pm
What: Learn about Bessie’s struggle and triumph in becoming the first African American female pilot. The play will be in the Old Lillington High School Auditorium.
- Open Gym at Sanford Academy, 2731 Lee Avenue, Sanford NC
When: 7–10pm
What: Let the kids play at the gym for $7 an hour or $15 for the night!
- The Swingin' Cowboys at the Temple Theatre, 120 Carthage Street, Sanford NC
When: 8pm
What: Mainstage tickets are $23 for adults and $13 for children and students. Discounted tickets are available for $19 for Thursday night performances, active-duty military, Lee County teachers and groups of 10 or more.
- Bulls & Barrels at Palomino Sport Arena, 12365 US 421, Goldston NC
When: 8pm
What: Bull riding and barrel racing will begin at 8pm. A live DJ will follow.
Saturday in Sanford/Lee County NC
- Yard Sale & Bake Sale at Jonesboro Presbyterian Church, 2200 Woodland Avenue, Sanford NC
When: 7am–12pm
What: Buy gently used items and fresh baked goods to support the church's endeavors.
- Flock Swap at Carolina Town & Country, 710 E. Main Street, Sanford NC
When: 8am–1pm
What: Buy, sell, or trade animals. No elephants allowed.
- Story Time at Chick-fil-A of Sanford, 3224 NC Hwy 87S, Sanford NC
When: 9am
What: Bring the kids for a story and breakfast.
- Library Academic Quiz Bowl at First Presbyterian Church, 404 Hawkins Avenue, Sanford NC
When: 9:30am–12:00pm
What: The bowl will take place in the Old Fellowship Hall. Participating schools are Lee Christian, Lee Early College, Lee Senior, and Southern Lee.
- Book Sale at the Lee County Library, 107 Hawkins Avenue, Sanford NC
When: 10:30am-1:30pm
What: Purchase adult fiction to benefit the Friends of the Lee County Library.
- Backyard Birding at Raven Rock State Park, Lillington NC
When: 11am
What: Learn to identify birds in your backyard. Bring binoculars if you own a pair. There will be a short hike to find birds. You’ll also learn how to participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count coming up later this month.
- Jazzy Jam Session at the Fayetteville Arts Council, 301 Hay Street, Fayetteville NC
When: 12-4pm
What: Cumberland County Commissioner Marshall Faircloth will perform.
- British Afternoon Tea at the Chatham Community Library, 197 N Carolina 87, Pittsboro NC
When: 3pm
What: Celebrate the third season of Downton Abbey with the Friends of the Chatham Community Library. Admission is free, but space is limited. Call 919-545-8084 to RSVP.
- Free: Brewery Tour at Carolina Brewery & Grill, 120 Lowes Drive, Pittsboro NC
When: 5pm
What: Tour the brewery and enjoying a free tasting. Call 919-545-2330 to reserve your spot.
- Ballroom Dance Party at the Enrichment Center of Lee County, 1615 Third Street, Sanford NC
When: 7pm
What: There will be a live band. Admission is $6. Bring your own drinks and snacks. The admission fee benefits the Enrichment Center's programs.
- “A Dream to Fly: The Bessie Coleman Story" at Heart of Harnett Playhouse, Lillington NC
When: 7–9pm
What: Learn about Bessie’s struggle and triumph in becoming the first African American female pilot. The play will be in the Old Lillington High School Auditorium.
- Raise the Roof Concert at the Sunrise Theatre, 250 NW Broad Street, Southern Pines NC
When: 7:30pm
What: Local musicians will perform to benefit the theatre’s Digital Cinema Campaign. Admission is $15/person.
- The Swingin' Cowboys at the Temple Theatre, 120 Carthage Street, Sanford NC
When: 8pm
What: Mainstage tickets are $23 for adults and $13 for children and students. Discounted tickets are available for $19 for Thursday night performances, active-duty military, Lee County teachers and groups of 10 or more.
- Live Music & Bull Riding at the Palomino Sport Arena, 12635 Hwy 421S, Goldston NC
When: 10pm–1am
What: Sunny Ledford will perform. Admission is $10 and the show is open to all ages.
Sunday in Sanford/Lee County NC
- Kids Eat Free at Firehouse Subs and Dickey's Barbecue Pit, Sanford NC
When: Hours vary
What: Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult’s dine-in meal. Click here to see kids meal specials for the whole week!
- Sunday Sellout at Seaview Crab Company, 1943 Hwy 24/27, Spout Springs NC
When: 11am–2pm
What: The store will sold all remaining fresh seafood at a discount. Normal frozen items will also be for sale. Call 910-622-7913 to inquire about selection.
- First Sunday in downtown Pittsboro NC
When: 12–4pm
What: Downtown will be full of vendors, artisans, craftspeople, and more.
- Super Bowl Widows’ Social at Karma Boutique, 137 Wicker Street, Sanford NC
When: 1–4pm
What: Enjoy wine, shopping, and camaraderie. There will be games and door prizes, including a drawing for “mystery hostess.” The first 25 guests will receive a Karma Swag Bag.
- Sanford Antique Mall and Carolina Artists' Colony, Moore Street, Sanford NC
When: 1–5pm
What: The shops on Moore Street are open on Sundays. Make sure you stop by!
- PiYo Beginnings at Tree of Life, 107 Charlotte Ave, Sanford NC
When: 6–7pm
What: Learn basic PiYo sequences to build strength and endurance, and perform mild cardio for weight loss. This class is perfect for those who want to learn what PiYo is all about or to add another class to your workout routine. Drop in fee $8.
- Yoga at Tree of Life 107 Charlotte Avenue, Sanford NC
When: 7:15–8:15pm
What: A yoga class created to develop whole body strength, and increase flexibility, balance, mental focus, and awareness of your breath.
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Correction: I just called the Enrichment Center about the Saturday night FREE Ballroom lessons. Here's the deal. The FREE ballroom lessons are on Monday nights @ 6:45 pm and that's every Monday night ! Saturday night there's a Ballroom DANCE Party @ 7 pm with a LIVE BAND, "Southern Exposure" and the admission FEE is $6/person and they ask that you bring your own drinks/snacks ! The admission fee is a donation towards helping the Enrichment Center .. so let's ALL go and have a really good time !!
Thanks Annie! I have updated it in the Roundup above.